Party in Pink
A total of $1,300 was raised when Fitness for Life Dance Studio in Glendale hosted a “Party in Pink” Zumbathon to fight breast cancer on Oct. 21. Organizers were studio owner Janet Gevorgian and instructor Gail Medina.
More than 100 supporters — men, women and children of all ages — were offered two hours of Zumba led by instructors volunteering their time. Community members donated balloons, gift bags and their time to put on this event benefiting Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Similar events were conducted across the country.
For participant Lida Movahedi, the event was personal.
“I have several family members who have been affected by this horrible disease and so it means a lot to help donate to find a cure for breast cancer,” she said. “I had fun and there was such a positive energy from everyone.”
Participants were also encouraged to sign pink balloons with messages to those they were dancing for. The balloons then were released, followed by a moment of silence.
Seventy-five percent of the income from each ticket is donated to fund breast cancer research, education, screening and treatment programs.
To learn more about the studio's upcoming charity events, visit www.dance2bthin.com.
By JOYCE RUDOLPH
